Mario Ochoa is the co-owner and Chief Strategic Officer for Sammis & Ochoa , a San Antonio-based public relations agency. A lifelong Alamo City resident, Mario specializes in strategic planning, media relations, copywriting and looking at the glass half-full.

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Life is a neverending series of changes. Weather. Time. Jobs. It seems the only constant is family, friends, and faith. I think the following piece is telling. Its author is someone who embodies the three aforementioned qualities. Enjoy! – Mario Someone recently posed an interesting question to me as I prepared for a change in […]
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Physical comedy is an underrated element of the theater. Modern shows rely on the spectacle rather than the subtle nuisances that come with productions that focus on story. “The 39 Steps,” playing at San Antonio’s Majestic Theater through February 7, highlights the talents of its four players in a whodunit that tickles the funny bone […]
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I sat in my chair in my office on the far edge of my lobby for the final time today. Even though my exit was imminent, I was blessed with one closing moment of truth. Several months ago, I detailed my encounters with a sage-in-a-seat, a possibility-miner, if you will. Today, however, came wisdom pouring […]
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Business relationships are often wicks surrounded by little oxygen – even if one manages to ignite, it often meets an early demise. It’s because of this that my business coaching has never come from industry vets, HR pros, or profit conduits. To be blunt: A boss has never enlightened me, but a friend has. An […]
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Relative to others in my industry, my network is decidedly small. I graduated from school to socials, from socials to mixers, and suddenly I spend my free time in a place that makes me feel whole: Home. I’ve rubbed elbows, to be sure, but it’s too much dog and pony, not nearly enough laughter and […]
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My first received e-mail of the day slapped me like I was a red-headed stepchild. Time Warner, San Antonio’s largest cable television provider, delivered to my inbox the following: I say, I say, that’s a joke, son Normally, promo items like this exit my Outlook as quickly as they arrive. But this one sounded several […]
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Disney’s “The Lion King” endeared itself to movie audiences across the globe in 1994. Since then, its shelf life has been extended by numerous DVD releases, television broadcasts, and most notably, the Broadway incarnation, which began its run in 1998. The stage performance has been hailed as a dazzling technical achievement – most critics cite […]
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The struggle to find a work/life balance is something everyone shares. Companies focus on flex schedules, telecommuting, and other initiatives designed to provide the employee more time for life; however, it’s not enough. As the line between work and home life continues to be assaulted, we are left in a constant state of hyperactivity. Our […]
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Below you will find a still image of a $2 bill I carry in my wallet at all times. “I want my two dollars!” Myth purveyors claim the rare denomination holds “luck.” Not me. I think it’s a reminder of what’s possible. The bill came into my possession several weeks ago, and precluded an evening […]
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Last week we celebrated Veteran’s Day, but it is important that our thoughts remain with these dedicated solders throughout the year. MasonPR Account Coordinator Stephen Chavez is a man who believes in remembering our Vets each and every day. Enjoy! – Mario On this Veteran’s Day my grandfather sits in a nursing home in San […]
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